Motion Recruitment is hiring: User Interface Engineer in Chicago

Direct message the job poster from Motion Recruitment Our Client, an Prestigious University , is looking for a Software Engineer to join their team in Chicago, IL . Hybrid Schedule ***This is a 2-3 Month Long Contract Open to Conversion or Extension!*** As the Software Engineer in this role, you will be developing applications specifically for data exploration, integrating cutting-edge web development technologies with domain-specific requirements. These applications will have an emphasis on accessibility for vision-impaired users. You will be collaborating with stakeholders to optimize usability and accessibility for researchers analyzing genomic datasets. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science 2-5 years of related experience Designing and developing advanced UI components using React TypeScript Theming and extending components for enterprise-level applications Customizing components for genomic data visualization platforms Experience with Tailwind CSS Building modern web applications using NextJS: knowledgeable with the page and application router Experience with Storybook for UI component development and testing Implementing and maintaining continuous integration and delivery pipelines using GitLab CI/CD and GitHub Actions Proficiency in component development for rendering dynamic datasets Web Accessibility (508 Compliance) Hands-on experience with automated tools (e.g., Axe, Lighthouse) and manual testing (e.g., screen readers like JAWS, NVDA) Implementing accessibility best practices to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards Ensure the product is highly customizable and accessible to those with vision or physical impairments Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Employment Type Contract Job Function Engineering, Information Technology, and Design Industries Higher Education, Non-profit Organizations, and Information Services #J-18808-Ljbffr